Recommended Gear for Real Estate Photography

This page contains the exact gear, software, and workflow tools I personally use and recommend for real estate photography, video, virtual tours, and running a profitable real estate media business.

I’ve been photographing real estate professionally since 2012, and everything listed here is chosen because it helps photographers work faster, deliver better results, and scale sustainably.

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Cameras for Real Estate Photography(by brand)

Sony Cameras

Best for: hybrid photo/video shooters, excellent autofocus, strong video features.

Canon Cameras

Best for: great color science, low-light interiors, Canon mirrorless users.

Nikon Cameras

Best for: excellent dynamic range, strong stills, value-focused professionals.

Lenses for Real Estate Photography

Sony FE & E-Mount Lenses

Best for: Sony full-frame and APS-C shooters needing ultra-wide coverage.

Canon RF Lenses

Best for: Canon RF shooters capturing interiors and exteriors.

Nikon Z Lenses

Best for: Nikon Z shooters needing sharp, distortion-controlled wide angles.

Third-Party Lenses (Sony / APS-C & Full-Frame)

Best for: excellent performance at a lower cost, lightweight and compact kits.

Drones for Real Estate Photography & Video

Workflow & Client Management